Description: Vintage Parian or Bisque Porcelain Statue Christ The Pieta New York World's Fair 1964 Vatican Pavilion. The wood base measures 2 7/8" x 4 3/8" and it is about 6" tall; it weighs 1 pound 2 ounces. The edge of the parian has some kiln flakes from when it was made, overall fine condition - see the detailed photos. This is a genuine NYWF 1964 - 1965 souvenir. 1964-1965 New York World's FairThe most important work of art at the Fair was on display here: Michelangelo's 465-year-old masterpiece in carved Carrara marble, the Pietà, generally held to be one of the finest examples of Christian art in any medium. Installed in Old St. Peter's Basilica in 1499, it had never been taken from the Vatican until the late Pope John XXIII granted permission for it to be brought to the Fair. The pavilion in which it is exhibited is an oval-shaped building topped by a cross, with a curving wall extending from the entrance. The pavilion and its contents have as their theme, "The Church is Christ Living in the World."The Vatican pavilion proved to be the most popular of the religious exhibits at the Fair; in fact, it was the second-most popular pavilion overall, with General Motors being the first ranked. A very visible location next to the Astral Fountain and at the bridge to the Lake Amusement Area certainly helped, but by far the largest reason for its success was Michelangelo's Pietà.The Pietà represents the body of Christ in the arms of His mother just after He was taken down from the cross. The work, six feet long by five feet nine inches high, is shown in a setting created by stage designer Jo Mielziner. Spectators are carried past it on three moving platforms at different heights. There is a walkway for those who wish to view it at their own pace.Landing the Pietà was a major coup for the Fair. Numerous articles were written about the logistics of getting the piece crated and shipped to the Fair, which contributed to the interest. Thousands of visitors of many different religions lined up daily for a glimpse of the statue, with many going back for repeat visits.
Price: 19.95 USD
Location: Weymouth, Massachusetts
End Time: 2025-02-13T02:45:01.000Z
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